{"product_id":"t2-26-tues-pottery-eve-class-slab-building","title":"T2\/26 Tues Pottery Eve Class - slab building","description":"\u003ch3\u003eBeginners Pottery Evening Class – Tuesday Term 2\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCurious about clay or keen to start fresh? This relaxed beginners handbuilding class is perfect for adults (18+). Tutor \u003cstrong\u003eJosie\u003c\/strong\u003e will guide you through simple foundational techniques with clear demonstrations and plenty of hands-on practice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou’ll learn how to work with clay using slabs, shaping and decorating your own pieces while building confidence with each project.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eClass Overview\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDates:\u003c\/strong\u003e April 28 – June 16\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTerm 2 is structured into \u003cstrong\u003etwo project blocks (3 weeks each)\u003c\/strong\u003e with a short break in the middle. At the end of the term we’ll meet up at the pub to celebrate and collect your finished pieces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eClass schedule and cost\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProject 1 – House Sculpture\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eApril 28, May 5, May 12\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBreak Week\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMay 19\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProject 2 – Cylindrical Vessel\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMay 26, June 2, June 9\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCollection + Pub Meetup\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eJune 16\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCost:\u003c\/strong\u003e $240\u003cbr\u003e(All materials, firings and glazes included)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProject 1 – Hard Slab House\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn this first project you’ll learn how to construct a small house form using \u003cstrong\u003ehard slabs of clay\u003c\/strong\u003e. Your piece can become a tea light house, plant holder, or a sculptural memory of a special place.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the final week you’ll glaze your work with a \u003cstrong\u003eglossy white glaze\u003c\/strong\u003e, adding your own accent colour while leaving a small section unglazed to reveal the warm clay body beneath.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProject 2 – Cylindrical Vessel with Sgraffito\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the second project you’ll create a \u003cstrong\u003ehandbuilt cylindrical vessel\u003c\/strong\u003e. This could become a vase, cup, utensil holder or planter — you may even choose to add a handle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou’ll decorate your piece using \u003cstrong\u003esgraffito\u003c\/strong\u003e, applying coloured underglaze and carving through the surface to reveal your design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYour vessel will be finished with a \u003cstrong\u003eclear glossy glaze\u003c\/strong\u003e, highlighting both the natural clay body and your carved decoration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGeneral Information\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTime:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6 – 8pm\u003cbr\u003e(You’re welcome to leave earlier if you finish)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVenue:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eClimate Action Campus\u003cbr\u003e180 Avonside Drive, Christchurch\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDetailed directions will be sent \u003cstrong\u003eone week before the class\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBring:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eApron (optional) and a closed drink bottle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eContinuing Classes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis class runs each term throughout the year, offering the chance to learn further techniques including \u003cstrong\u003eslabbing, coiling and sculpting\u003c\/strong\u003e. You can join in any term and tutors will help you catch up.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease note:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo refunds or transfers. If you can’t attend, you’re welcome to give your place to a friend. If the class is sold out, contact us to join the waitlist.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eImages shown are examples from previous students. Projects may vary slightly.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nikki Wallace-bell Ceramics","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52408681169215,"sku":null,"price":240.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0722\/9076\/3071\/files\/IMG_1628.jpg?v=1775859138","url":"https:\/\/nikkiwbceramics.co.nz\/products\/t2-26-tues-pottery-eve-class-slab-building","provider":"nikki wallace-bell ceramics","version":"1.0","type":"link"}